What are the odds of winning the Powerball jackpot?
Statistically, a Powerball player is much more likely to be attacked by a grizzly bear at Yellowstone National Park.
Statistically, a Powerball player is much more likely to be attacked by a grizzly bear at Yellowstone National Park.
The jackpot has eluded players since Aug. 3, the last time anyone matched all five winning numbers and the Powerball.
No one won Wednesday night's top prize of $1.2 billion, so the jackpot for Saturday night's drawing will be very close to the $1.586 billion world record for lotteries.
Maryland's six sportsbooks handled more than $15.4 million in bets in July.
Sales for Mega Millions tickets have been strong as the Friday night drawing for the game's $1.28 billion jackpot, the third largest U.S. lottery jackpot, grows closer.
While sports betting licenses for five Maryland casinos remain in limbo, the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission on Thursday approved partnerships between sportsbook operators and the casinos awaiting final approval from a state commission.
The state's sports betting panel met Wednesday and decided not to moved forward with the first sports betting licenses, leaving five casinos still waiting for approval on in-person wagering.
Sports wagering in Maryland is now authorized thanks to a 2020 ballot initiative and a 2021 law, but it may be until 2022 that gamblers get to make their bets on games.
Powerball is adding a third weekly drawing and a new feature called Double Play that will allow players in jurisdictions including Maryland another chance to match their numbers.
The Maryland Stadium Authority is pushing to give the Orioles and the Ravens a bigger piece of sports betting.
The state's six casinos are still feeling the brunt of the COVID-19 pandemic. They made about $126 million last month, down nearly 17% compared to last February.
Caesar's Palace it's not, but for the first time northern Virginia is getting in on the expansion of gambling that has been spreading throughout the state.
Voters in Maryland will be able to weigh in this fall on whether sports betting should be legal in the state.
The Maryland Lottery and six casinos contributed $1.113 billion to Maryland in fiscal year 2020 despite the coronavirus pandemic.
Gov. Larry Hogan's order last week allows for casinos to reopen under new safety guidelines and capacity limits.
Sports betting would be allowed at Maryland's six casinos, horse racing tracks and potentially at a Washington Redskins stadium, under a measure the Maryland Senate approved Tuesday.
A Maryland bill that would allow lessons on the risks associated with gambling — including addiction prevention — to be added to the high school health curriculum passed in the state Senate on Feb. 21.
State analysts project Maryland's six casinos will generate about $1.8 billion in gross gambling revenue in fiscal year 2021.
Legalized sports betting lives to fight another day.
While it may be nearly winter, that didn't stop Baltimore's Horseshoe Casino from unveiling its new $15 million outdoor entertainment space on Thursday.
Maryland's lottery and casinos contributed a record $1.311 billion to the state in fiscal year 2019, the state lottery and gaming agency said Monday.
A casino operator is suing a tech company after a contract dispute shuttered its sports betting platform at two West Virginia casinos ahead of the NCAA Tournament.
Maryland lawmakers are exploring a quick way to approve sports betting this year, but it's unclear if they will be able to do it without voter approval in 2020.
The man admitted to embezzling $6.7 million in funds meant to spur the local economy and instead used the money to feed his gambling addiction.
Casinos in Maryland are gambling on growth – and winning. The boom is paying off in more ways than one.
A disappearing lizard population in the mountains of Arizona shows how climate change is fast-tracking the rate of extinction.
Rain chances to close out the week later Friday...followed by a dry weekend.
A Montgomery County high school student is facing charges after allegedly planning to commit a school shooting, according to police.
It's no secret that Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott and State's Attorney Ivan Bates have been on different pages, especially with the primary elections less than a month away.
It was clear from the start of this offseason that the Baltimore Ravens were going to lose quite a few players to free agency.
Key Bridge salvage crews Thursday are pre-rigging a large portion of steel from the collapsed bridge before it is moved to nearby Sparrows Point.
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers was cleared by the NFL after an investigation into violation of the personal conduct policy.
Rain chances to close out the week later Friday...followed by a dry weekend.
As salvage operations continue at the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse site, the owners of the Dali have invoked a centuries-old maritime law requiring cargo owners to contribute to the costs of salvaging the ship and its cargo.
A disappearing lizard population in the mountains of Arizona shows how climate change is fast-tracking the rate of extinction.
Key Bridge salvage crews Thursday are pre-rigging a large portion of steel from the collapsed bridge before it is moved to nearby Sparrows Point.
As salvage operations continue at the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse site, the owners of the Dali have invoked a centuries-old maritime law requiring cargo owners to contribute to the costs of salvaging the ship and its cargo.
It is certainly a seller's market right now, but if you're looking to buy a home in Maryland you won't want to wait around too long.
Kenneth Davis, 32, allegedly shot and killed 25-year-old Tracey Elizabeth Carrington as she was leaving a Baltimore bar.
Charli XCX and Troye Sivan are stopping in Baltimore this fall on a joint tour.
Falsettos is about neurotic New Yorker Marvin, who leaves his wife Trina & son Jason for his lover Whizzer
Renowned Gospel artist Donald Lawrence is set to take that 2024 GospelFest at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, led by conductor Dr. Henry Panion III on April 27
City Ranch says its lessons are designed to be educational and engaging for people from all walks of life.
All of the proceeds from wellness day at Four Seasons will benefit Camp B'more, a weeklong urban summer camp
The event supports the medical center's sexual assault and domestic violence program, which provides confidential services to victims of all ages, at no cost to the patient.
It was clear from the start of this offseason that the Baltimore Ravens were going to lose quite a few players to free agency.
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers was cleared by the NFL after an investigation into violation of the personal conduct policy.
Former Baltimore Ravens' second-round draft pick J.K. Dobbins is reportedly signing with the Los Angeles Chargers.
The Orioles (12-6), winners of four in a row, defeated the Twins, 4-2.
Orioles pitcher Grayson Rodriguez allowed two runs on four base hits in six innings.
The Supreme Court will consider Monday whether bans on public camping constitute "cruel and unusual punishment" barred by the Eighth Amendment.
Hogan hopes to become the first Republican in more than 40 years to win a Senate seat in deep-blue Maryland, where Democrats outnumber Republicans 2-1 statewide.
The Supreme Court seemed divided over a case challenging the scope of a federal obstruction law that prosecutors have used to charge more than 300 Jan. 6 defendants.
The investigation is being conducted by Maryland's U.S. Attorney's Office and the FBI.
The White House is turning to other methods to erase student debt after the Supreme Court blocked its broader effort to forgive loans.
When it comes to vintage style, art and innovation—Baltimore is home to it all.
The University of Maryland Medical Center was granted the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC) Magnet for the fourth time in a row.
Magali Uroza comes from a Mexican immigrant family and remembers the challenges of learning English while growing up in Baltimore.
It is the cherry trees' second-earliest peak bloom on record and follows one of Washington's warmest recorded winters. In 1990, the trees blossomed on March 15.
Georgia rapper Offset surprised students at Dunbar High School on Tuesday for their stellar academic performance and attendance according to the Baltimore Police Department.
The Maryland Food Bank is on pace to distribute more than 52 million pounds of food, which is a 20 percent jump in comparison to pre-COVID times.
It has long been a popular resource in the community, easily accessible to many college students and neighbors.
Has mom and dad's bank been open too long at your house?
According to a report from the National Institute on Retirement Security, 40% of Gen Xers have zero dollars saved for retirement.
According to Bankrate, Baltimore is one of the top 10 most affordable cities for buying used cars.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Baltimore is one of 31 designees announced Monday, picked from nearly 400 applicants.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume the Infinite Herbs basil sold at Trader Joe's after 12 people were sickened.
Most worrisome gaps involve cancer chemotherapy drugs, ER medications and and therapies for ADHD.
The prepackaged boxes of deli meat, cheese and crackers are not a healthy choice for kids, advocacy group says.
The University of Maryland Medical Center was granted the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC) Magnet for the fourth time in a row.
The state aims to force the company to make necessary repairs and impose fines of up to $25,000 per violation.
The significance of the song was amplified by praise from music legend Paul McCartney, who called the recording "magnificent" and appreciated its reinforcement of the civil rights message he intended when writing "Blackbird."
Charli XCX and Troye Sivan are stopping in Baltimore this fall on a joint tour.
In the 1,000th episode, titled "A Thousand Yards," NCIS comes under attack by a mysterious enemy from the past.
A Billy Joel special on CBS and Paramount+ will air again after it was cut off in the middle of the singer's performance of "Piano Man."
The show, renowned for its thrilling investigations and dedicated team, has become a cornerstone of television drama.
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As salvage operations continue at the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse site, the owners of the massive cargo ship that struck the bridge have invoked a centuries-old maritime law requiring cargo owners to contribute to the costs of salvaging the ship and its cargo.
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